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Explore checking basics
From no fees to online bill pay, here are the must-have checking account features.
If you overdraw your account frequently, then overdraft protection could be a good way to avoid hefty overdraft fees.
Checks aren’t as ubiquitous as they once were, but you may still have to write one.
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Available balance vs. current balance
Learn about the two separate balances you may see when looking at your bank account.
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Checking account fees
Learn about the different kinds of checking account fees and what you can do to avoid them.
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Bank account alerts to protect your money
Explore the types of bank account alerts you can set up to help you stay informed about your finances whenever and wherever you are.
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- Introduction to Checking Accounts
Spend money, pay bills, write checks or make fund transfers with a checking account.
Not all checking accounts are created equal.
Finding the account of your dreams comes down to knowing what you want and the features you value most.
Here are simple steps to take to avoid paying checking account fees.
Checks aren’t as ubiquitous as they once were, but you may still have to write one.
There are several ways to deposit a check — some are simpler than others.
Setting up direct deposit is typically easy and can save you a lot of time. Here’s how.
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We list seven ways to endorse a check and how to process it correctly and securely.
Finding the account number on a check is easy — if you know where to look.
Balancing your checking account may sound dated, but it still makes sense.
Checks aren’t as ubiquitous as they once were, but you may still have to write one.
Here are simple steps to take to avoid paying checking account fees.
Banks are cutting overdraft fees in response to consumers and regulators’ demands.
Opening a business checking account isn’t as simple as opening a personal checking account. Here’s what to know.
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Maintaining good money habits can be the difference between achieving your financial goals and falling short.
Recent Bankrate data shows that young people are the ones most optimistic about their finances.
It’s relatively easy to get a higher return on your money if you do your homework.
The Apple Card savings account APY may be lower, but well above the national average.
Keeping your savings in a bank down the street may seem like the obvious play, but there may be real downsides for doing so.
Competitive rates, fewer fees, and convenience are all reasons to consider online banking.
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These simple moves can help build a cash cushion.
Even as interest rates drop, some top-yielding savings accounts remain competitive.
Online checking accounts stand out for different features. Here’s our top picks.
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